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Horticulture Technician Foundation Program Outline

Horticulturist Technician Foundation Industry Training Authority 105/14

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Horticulturist Technician Foundation Industry Training Authority 2 05/14

HORTICULTURE TECHNICIAN FOUNDATION

PROGRAM OUTLINE

APPROVED BY INDUSTRY

MAY 2013

BASED ON

NOA 2010

Developed by Industry Training Authority

Province of British Columbia


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 1

Foreword ........................................................................................................................... 2 Acknowledgements ........................................................................................................... 3 How to Use this Document ................................................................................................ 5

Section 2 PROGRAM OVERVIEW .................................................................................................... 7

Program Credentialing Model ........................................................................................... 8 Occupational Analysis Chart ............................................................................................. 9 Training Topics and Suggested Time Allocation ............................................................. 10

Section 3 PROGRAM CONTENT .................................................................................................... 12

Level 1 Horticulture Technician Foundation .................................................................... 13 Level 2 Horticulture Technician Foundation .................................................................... 38

Section 4 TRAINING PROVIDER STANDARDS ............................................................................ 63

Facility Requirements ...................................................................................................... 64 Tools and Equipment ...................................................................................................... 68 Reference Materials ........................................................................................................ 73

Introduction

Section 1

INTRODUCTION

Horticulture Technician Foundation

Introduction


Foreword

This Program Outline describes the Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship Program. This program represents the new standard for horticulture apprenticeship training in British Columbia. All tasks identified in the National Occupational Analysis (NOA) have been included, as well as those competencies that apply specifically to Landscape Horticulture in British Columbia.

This document is intended as a guide for the course instructors in the classroom, laboratories and for practical training. Since this is a practical trade it is expected that instructor demonstration and student participation will be integrated into all learning activities.

Note: The Achievement Criteria for the practical assessments may be combined at the instructor’s discretion and as time permits.

Safe working practices may not be specified in all competencies and learning tasks, however they are an implied part of this training program and should be stressed throughout the apprenticeship training.

This Program Outline also lists the Training Provider Standards which includes:

Facility Requirements

Tools and Equipment (for each level of technical training)

Reference Materials

Instructor Requirements

SAFETY ADVISORY Be advised that references to the WorkSafeBC safety regulations contained within these materials do not/may not reflect the most recent Occupational Health and Safety Regulation (the current Standards and Regulation in BC can be obtained on the following website: http://www.worksafebc.com). Please note that it is always the responsibility of any person using these materials to inform him/herself about the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation pertaining to his/her work.

Introduction


Acknowledgements

The Program Outline was prepared with the advice and direction of an industry steering committee convened initially by HortEducationBC (HEBC). Members include:

Anne Kadwell, CEO HortEducationBC

Bill Hardy, HEBC Board Chair (Northwest Landscape Ltd.)

Don Fraser, Past Chair (Northwest Landscape Ltd.)

Mary Ann Van Den Berge, BCLNA Representative (Trice Farms Pond & Garden Centre)

Cable Baker , BCLNA Representative (RCB Garden Service)

Bruce McTavish, BCLNA Representative (Kwantlen Polytechnic University, McTavish Resource & Management Consultants Ltd.)

Garfield Marshall, BCLNA Representative (Advance Orchard Co. Ltd.)

Ted de Crom, WCTA Representative (City of Richmond Parks & Recreation Department)

Gail Szostek, GreenSpace Consulting (former HortEducation BC Board Member)

Bill Reid, the Corporation of the District of Powell River, Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture (former HortEducation BC Board Member)

Egan Davis, HortEducationBC Board Member (City of Vancouver)

Rob Welsh, Education Representative (Kwantlen Polytechnic University)

Dale Toronitz, Education Representative (Camosun College)

Denis Gour, Apprentice Representative (Blasig Landscape Design & Construction Ltd.)

Industry Subject Matter Experts retained to assist in the development of Program Outline content:

Carol Barnett

PJ Burns

Betty Cunnin

David Davidson

Jeff Foley

Renee Giardini

Denis Gour

Tim Holt

Peter Isaacson

Gary Jones

Anne Kadwell

Ron Marchuk

Bruce McTavish

Michelle Nakano

Dan Regan

Kristine Schlamp

Liz Spring

Introduction


Industry Subject Matter Experts retained as outline reviewers:

Ron Brown, Ron’s Landscaping

Mike Chesters, Kwantlen Apprentice

Les Costello, Capilano College

David Davidson, Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Egan Davies, Kwantlen Apprentice

Brian Fisher, BC Hydro

Bill Hardy, Northwest Landscaping Supply Ltd.

Stephen Head, BCLNA Education Chair

Dwayne Holder, College of the Rockies

Marcus Janzen, BCGGA Education Chair

John Jouan, BCLNA Landscape Education Chair

Douglas Justice, UBC Botanical Garden

Laura-Jean Kelly, G.R. Paine Horticulture Centre, Vancouver Island University

Yolanda Leung, BCSLA Continuing Education

Todd Major, Park & Tilford Garden Director

Bill Manning, BCRPA Region 2

Bruce McTavish, Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Glen Minaker, West Vancouver Parks Board

Tom Mulleder, United Flower Growers

Tony Puddicombe, TQ, Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Rae Roer, Parks Council Chair

Clyde Snobelen, Camosun College

David Turner, BCRPA Chair Region 2

Rob Welsh, Capilano College

Bob Wick, Western Canada Turfgrass Association

Suzanne Wilkinson, Horticulture Centre of the Pacific

Facilitators:

J. Jankola & Associates Consulting

The Industry Training Authority would like to acknowledge the dedication and hard work of all the industry representatives appointed to identify the training requirements of the Landscape Horticulturist occupation.

Introduction


How to Use this Document

This Program Outline has been developed for the use of individuals from several different audiences. The table below describes how each section can be used by each intended audience.

Section Training Providers Employers/ Sponsors Apprentices Challengers

Program Credentialing Model

Communicate program length and structure, and all pathways to completion

Understand the length and structure of the program

Understand the length and structure of the program, and pathway to completion

Understand challenger pathway to Certificate of Qualification

OAC Communicate the competencies that industry has defined as representing the scope of the occupation

Understand the competencies that an apprentice is expected to demonstrate in order to achieve certification

View the competencies they will achieve as a result of program completion

Understand the competencies they must demonstrate in order to challenge the program

Training Topics and Suggested Time Allocation

Shows proportionate representation of general areas of competency (GACs) at each program level, the suggested proportion of time spent on each GAC, and percentage of time spent on theory versus practical application

Understand the scope of competencies covered in the technical training, the suggested proportion of time spent on each GAC, and the percentage of that time spent on theory versus practical application

Understand the scope of competencies covered in the technical training, the suggested proportion of time spent on each GAC, and the percentage of that time spent on theory versus practical application

Understand the relative weightings of various competencies of the occupation on which assessment is based

Program Content

Defines the objectives, learning tasks, high level content that must be covered for each competency, as well as defining observable, measureable achievement criteria for objectives with a practical component

Identifies detailed program content and performance expectations for competencies with a practical component; may be used as a checklist prior to signing a recommendation for certification (RFC) for an apprentice

Provides detailed information on program content and performance expectations for demonstrating competency

Allows individual to check program content areas against their own knowledge and performance expectations against their own skill levels

Introduction


Section Training Providers Employers/ Sponsors Apprentices Challengers

Training Provider Standards

Defines the facility requirements, tools and equipment, reference materials (if any) and instructor requirements for the program

Identifies the tools and equipment an apprentice is expected to have access to; which are supplied by the training provider and which the student is expected to own

Provides information on the training facility, tools and equipment provided by the school and the student, reference materials they may be expected to acquire, and minimum qualification levels of program instructors

Identifies the tools and equipment a tradesperson is expected to be competent in using or operating; which may be used or provided in a practical assessment

Program Overview


Section 2

PROGRAM OVERVIEW


Program Overview


Program Credentialing Model

C of Q = Certificate of Qualification C of A = Certificate of Apprenticeship C of C = Certificate of Completion WBT = Work‐Based Training

Landscape Horticulturist Level 3Technical Training: 180 hours (6 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: Accumulate hours

ITA Standardized Written Exam

Landscape Horticulturist Level 4Technical Training: 180 hours (6 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: 6,480 hours total

Interprovincial Red Seal Exam

Common Core Level 1 and Level 2Technical Training: 360 hours (12 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: Accumulate hours

ITA Standardized Written Exam Level 1 and Level 2

APPRENTICESHIP ‐ DIRECT ENTRY

*Suggested duration based on 30‐hour week

RECOMMENDATION FOR CERTIFICATION

C of Q Landscape

Horticulturist

C of A Landscape

Horticulturist

Production Horticulturist Level 3 Technical Training: 240 hours (8 weeks*) Work‐Based Training: 4,860 hours total ITA Certificate of Qualification Exam

RECOMMENDATION FOR CERTIFICATION

C of QProduction Horticulturist

C of A Production Horticulturist

RED SEAL

C of C Horticulture Technician Foundation

Technical Training: Level 1 and Level 2 WBT: 500 hours

CREDIT


Technical Training: 36 weeks*

ITA Standardized Horticulturist Foundation Exam

Program Overview

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Occupational Analysis Chart


USES OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS A

Use personal protective equipment (PPE) A1

Identify fire types and extinguishing methods A2

Use WHMIS A3

Recognize work hazards A4

Demonstrate basic horticultural skills A5

Identify relevant legislation, regulations and standards A6

1 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 USES AND MAINTAINS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT B

Use and maintain hand tools and power tools B1

Use and maintain measuring equipment B2

Operate vehicles and motorized equipment B3

Maintain vehicles and motorized equipment B4

Use and maintain equipment attachments B5

1 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 ORGANIZES WORK C

Communicate with others

C6

Organize plants, materials and equipment

C9

Maintain safe work environment C10

Examine interpersonal and supervisory skills C11

1 2 2 1 2 1 2

ANALYZES AND MAINTAINS PLANT HEALTH E

Identify plants and plant requirements E1

Manage growing conditions E2

Manage pests and diseases E3

Describe plant science as it applies to horticulture E4

Describe physical and biological characteristics of soil and soilless media E5

Describe chemical characteristics of soil and soilless media E6

1 2 2 1 2 1 2 1 2

Program Overview



Horticulture Technician Foundation – Level 1

% of Time Allocated to:

% of Time Theory Practical Total

Line A USES OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS 15% 75% 25% 100% A1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) A2 Identify fire types and extinguishing methods A3 Use WHMIS A4 Recognize work hazards A5 Demonstrate basic horticultural skills A6 Identify relevant legislation, regulations and standards

Line B USES AND MAINTAINS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 25% 40% 60% 100% B1 Use and maintain hand tools and power tools B2 Use and maintain measuring equipment B3 Operate vehicles and motorized equipment B4 Maintain vehicles and motorized equipment

Line C ORGANIZES WORK 10% 80% 20% 100% C6 Communicate with others C10 Maintain safe work environment C11 Examine interpersonal and supervisory skills

Line E ANALYZES AND MAINTAINS PLANT HEALTH 50% 50% 50% 100% E1 Identify plants and plant requirements E3 Manage pests and diseases E4 Describe plant science as it applies to horticulture E5 Describe physical and biological characteristics of soil

and soilless media

Total Percentage for Horticulture Technician Foundation Level 1

100%

Program Overview



Horticulture Technician Foundation – Level 2

% of Time Allocated to:

% of Time Theory Practical Total

Line A USES OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS 10% 25% 75% 100% A1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) A5 Demonstrate basic horticultural skills

Line B USES AND MAINTAINS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT 20% 40% 60% 100% B1 Use and maintain hand tools and power tools B3 Operate vehicles and motorized equipment B4 Maintain vehicles and motorized equipment B5 Use and maintain equipment attachments

Line C ORGANIZES WORK 20% 50% 50% 100% C6 Communicate with others C9 Organize plants, materials and equipment C10 Maintain safe work environment C11 Examine interpersonal and supervisory skills

Line E ANALYZES AND MAINTAINS PLANT HEALTH 50% 60% 40% 100% E1 Identify plants and plant requirements E2 Manage growing conditions E3 Manage pests and diseases E4 Describe plant science as it applies to horticulture E6 Describe chemical characteristics of soil and soilless

media

Total Percentage for Horticulture Technician Foundation - Level 2

100%

Program Content


Section 3

PROGRAM CONTENT


Program Content Level 1


Level 1




Line (GAC): A USES OCCUPATIONAL SKILLS

Competency: A1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE)

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Describe and demonstrate personal safety in the workplace.

Demonstrate proper use of PPE.

LEARNING TASKS CONTENT

1. Select and use PPE as required for task, tools, equipment, machinery and environment

Ear protection

Eye protection

Hand protection

Foot protection

Safety vests

Respiratory protection

Fall protection

2. Ensure safe use of PPE Inspect

Maintain

3. Store PPE to maintain its integrity Dry area

Protected area

4. Check PPE prior to use Operation

Condition

5. Check PPE inventory Ensuring there is a ready supply

6. Recognize damaged and expired PPE Check expiration date

Ensure integrity of PPE

7. Check and replace PPE components According to manufacturers’ specification

According to workplace requirements

Achievement Criteria

Performance The learner will select PPE for specified tasks.

Conditions The learner will be given the appropriate PPE commonly used in the trade.

Criteria The learner will score a passing grade of 70% or better on a rating sheet according to the following criteria: Selected correct PPE required for specified tasks as designated by the instructor




Competency: A2 Identify fire types and extinguishing methods

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Identify various types and classes of fires.

Describe the procedure for using a fire extinguisher.


1. Describe conditions necessary to support a fire Air

Fuel

Heat

Chemical chain reaction

Weather conditions

2. Describe classes of fires according to the materials being burned

Class A

Class B

Class C

Class D

Symbols and colours

3. Describe the procedure for using a fire extinguisher

Extinguisher selection

P.A.S.S.

o Pull

o Aim

o Squeeze

o Sweep




Competency: A3 Use WHMIS

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Summarize Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS).

Complete the online WHMIS certification.


1. Describe WHMIS requirements WHMIS certification

WHMIS symbols

o Compressed gas

o Flammable and combustible material

o Oxidizing Material

o Poisonous and Infectious Material

o Poisonous and Infectious Material that will cause immediate or serious toxic effects

o Poisonous and Infectious Material that will cause other toxic effects

o Corrosive material

o Dangerously reactive material

WHMIS labels

NOTE: WHMIS certification is mandatory to complete Level One.




Competency: A4 Recognize work hazards

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Identify workplace hazards.

Identify how to mitigate the risk of workplace accidents and injuries.


1. Identify workplace hazards and potential risks Electrical and utility

Working at heights

Gravitational (“slips, trips and falls”)

Thermal (heat and cold stress)

Motorized equipment/mechanical (pinch point, “struck against”, vehicle)

Public

Behavioural (fatigue, rushing, complacency, stress, substance abuse, ignorance, frustration)

Chemical

Compressed gas

Environmental (insects, plants, weather)

Hazardous trees

2. Identify how to mitigate the risks of workplace accidents and injuries

Visual assessments

Safe work plan

Post-job inspection




Competency: A5 Demonstrate basic horticultural skills

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Practice basic skills used in general horticulture.

Use safe work habits.

Identify, select, use and maintain appropriate hand tools for the task.

Practice safe operation of common power equipment.

Identify levels of landscape maintenance and plant standards stated in the BC Landscape Standard.


1. Demonstrate basic horticultural skills Range of workplace hazards

o Hazards versus risks

Hand tools used in basic horticulture

o Refer to Level One B1- Use and maintain hand tools and power tools

BC Landscape Standard

o Objectives of the BC Landscape Standard

o Guide to use

o Format of the BC Landscape Standard

o Scope of sections

Basic horticultural tasks

o Maintenance

o Determining maintenance levels

o Appropriate maintenance procedures

o Common landscape maintenance tasks and tools

Operating horticulture power equipment safely and efficiently

o Refer to Level One B1- Use and maintain hand tools and power tools

Safe work practices when lifting and bending

Basic calculations

o Landscape calculations

o Calculating quantities: fertilizer application rates

o Conversions

Cooperative work methods




Performance The learner will maintain beds, borders, lawns, nurseries, and containers on campus.

Conditions The learner will be given the appropriate materials, equipment and tools.

Criteria The learner will score a passing grade of 70% or better on a rating sheet according to the following criteria:

Performed tasks in a safe manner

Used tools and equipment safely and correctly

Performed tasks in a logical sequence




Competency: A6 Identify relevant legislation, regulations and standards

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Describe and apply relevant legislation and regulations to activities that impact onsite activities.


1. Identify applicable federal legislation and regulations

Where to find standards

How specific federal requirements apply to horticulture activities

2. Identify applicable provincial legislation and regulations

How specific provincial requirements apply to horticulture activities

3. Identify applicable local regulations How specific local requirements apply to horticulture activities

4. Examine applicable regulations Applying regulations, standards, and procedures to the job

5. Examine relevant WorkSafeBC procedures Applying WorkSafeBC accident and near miss reporting procedures

Applying accident investigation requirements



Line (GAC): B USES AND MAINTAINS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Competency: B1 Use and maintain hand tools and power tools

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Describe safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools.


1. Identify hand and power tools for basic horticultural tasks

(See the list of Tools and Equipment for Level One, detailed in the Training Provider Standards of this Program Outline)

2. Describe hand tool maintenance Cleaning and disinfecting hand tools to ensure proper operation and to prevent transfer of contaminants

Lubricating hand tools such as secateurs and shears

Checking tools regularly for damage, excessive wear and proper operation

Storing hand tools for organization, safety and security

Sharpening hand tools such as secateurs, shears and shovels

Replacing components in tools such as secateurs and loppers due to damage and wear

3. Describe power tool maintenance Lubricating power tools according to manufacturers’ specifications

Adjusting power tools such as chain saws, mowers and power washers

Checking tools for wear, damage and malfunction

Following recommended maintenance schedule according to manufacturers’ specifications

Checking fluid levels and air pressure

Greasing nipples on motorized equipment

Sharpening and balancing mower blades

Sharpening tools such as chainsaws and power edgers according to manufacturers’ specification

Disinfecting tools to prevent cross-contamination from site to site

Storing power tools for organization and security




Competency: B2 Use and maintain measuring equipment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Safely use and maintain measuring equipment.


1. Select and use appropriate measuring equipment for the task

(see the list of Measuring Equipment for Level One, detailed in the Training Provider Standards of this Program Outline)

2. Maintain measuring equipment Cleaning and disinfecting measuring equipment to ensure proper operation and to prevent transfer of contaminants

Calibrating measuring equipment such as thermometers, pH meters, levels and EC meters

Checking and replacing batteries on measuring equipment

Checking tools for damage, excessive wear and proper operation

Storing measuring equipment for organization, safety and security


Performance The learner will calibrate measuring equipment.

Conditions The learner will be given thermometers, pH meters, levels and EC meters.


Calibrated to manufacturers’ specifications




Competency: B3 Operate vehicles and motorized equipment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Identify engine designs and functions of motorized equipment.

Apply safe work practices as related to motorized horticulture equipment.


1. Identify engine components of motorized equipment engines

Differences between a two-stroke, four-stroke, and hybrid four-stroke engines

Carburetor

Ignition system

Starter components

Piston

Compression

2. Demonstrate personal safety in the workplace Safety procedures

Use of PPE

3. Demonstrate safe operating procedures for motorized horticulture equipment such as starting, stopping and adjusting

String trimmers

Lawnmowers

Backpack blowers


Performance The learner will start, stop and adjust power equipment.

Conditions The learner will be given string trimmers, lawnmowers and backpack blowers.


Started, stopped and adjusted power equipment to manufacturers’ specifications




Competency: B4 Maintain vehicles and motorized equipment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Maintain motorized equipment.

Apply safe work practices as related to motorized horticulture equipment.


1. Use hand tools to maintain horticulture equipment

Sockets and wrenches

Ignition tester

Tachometer

Torque wrench

Feeler gauges

2. Perform and document circle check of vehicles and motorized equipment

Lights

Plates

Brakes

3. Inspect equipment Inspect visually for:

o Damage and wear

Lock-out and tag-out as necessary

Inspect equipment to ensure efficient functioning

4. Check position of safety features as applicable Lock-out devices

Chutes

Trimmer and belt guards

Operator presence switches

5. Check and replace fluids according to manufacturers’ specifications

Oil

Coolant

Hydraulic fluids

6. Check and replace components Spark plugs

Belts

Pull cords

7. Check and adjust air pressure in components Tires

Air compressors

8. Check and tighten components Loose connections

Loose fittings




9. Check cutting height and adjust According to client expectations

Turf needs

10. Apply preventive maintenance procedures Equipment maintenance

o Clean fuel

o Clean air

o Clean lubricating oil

Maintenance schedule

Maintain a lawn mower or edger: Every three months or 50 hours

o Change engine oil

o Replace or service air filter

o Sharpen blade

o Check spark plug

o Check and adjust controls and drive mechanisms

o Lube controls and drive mechanisms

o Clean cooling fins

o Tighten bolts

Maintain a hedge or string trimmer

Mixing gas and oil


Performance The learner will service motorized equipment (at the instructor’s discretion).

Conditions The learner will be given any of the motorized equipment listed:

Lawn mower Edger Dethatcher Rototiller String trimmer Hedger Chainsaw Backpack blower Aerator


Inspected power equipment to manufacturers’ specifications

Checked position of safety features to manufacturers’ specifications

Checked and replaced fluids according to manufacturers’ specifications

Cleaned and/or replaced air and oil filters to manufacturers’ specifications

Cleaned and/or replaced spark plugs to manufacturers’ specifications

Adjusted carburetor, if required, to manufacturers’ specifications



Line (GAC): C ORGANIZES WORK

Competency: C6 Communicate with others

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Effectively communicate verbally and in written form.

Effectively communicate trade related information to various people.


1. Use effective verbal and written communication Effective communication:

o Four basic communication skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing)

o Communication process

o Active listening

o Non-verbal communication

o Barriers to communication

o Preparing for meetings

2. Relay information Relaying information to

o Co-workers

o Clients

o Suppliers

o Office staff

Relaying information in laypersons’ terms to

o Clients

o Public




Competency: C10 Maintain safe work environment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Assess site hazards and apply appropriate safety procedures.


1. Assess site hazards High voltage

Motorized equipment

Working at heights

2. Identify PPE and safety equipment For task

3. Maintain worksite to avoid injuries to self and others

Clean

Tidy




Competency: C11 Examine interpersonal and supervisory skills

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Describe the basic interpersonal and supervisory skills based on time stress management, ethics,

communication, power and teams.


1. Manage time Role of the supervisor

Ability to effectively manage personal and work time

2. Explain stress management Individual

Organizational

How organizations can help manage stress

3. Recognize ethical and social responsibility issues in the work place

Ethical and social consequences of work place practices

o Personal experience

o Religious beliefs impact personal ethics

o Culture affects ethical norms

o Internal reflection

o Organizational ethics

o Legal responsibilities

o BC Acts

4. Communicate effectively Identifying and using verbal and non-verbal communication techniques (review Level One C6 – Communicate with others)

5. Describe conflict management Defining conflict

Sources of conflict

Basic styles for managing conflict

Conflict management strategies

Guidelines of managing interpersonal conflict

6. Examine the concept of power in an organization Recognizing power structure in the organization and how power is applied within the organization




7. Describe characteristics of an effective team Characteristics of a high performing crew/team

Recognizing ineffective work crews

Supervisory role



Line (GAC): E ANALYZES AND MAINTAINS PLANT HEALTH

Competency: E1 Identify plants and plant requirements

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Identify a wide range of plants, morphological characteristics, growing requirements, use and

availability.


1. Recognize a range of plant materials commonly used in commercial horticulture

Life cycle of a plant

Plant growth patterns

o Annuals

o Biennials

o Perennials

o Herbaceous perennials

o Woody perennials

Deciduous and evergreen plants

o Deciduous plants

o Evergreens

o Broadleaf evergreens

o Coniferous evergreens

Climbing plants

o Stems specialized for climbing

o Monocarpic plants

2. Employ correct naming and plant identification terminology

Origin of plant naming systems

o Common names

o Nomenclature

o Binomial system for naming plants

o Plant taxonomy

o Writing botanical names

3. Name the plant family for each plant identified Plant families

Plant families commonly found in British Columbia

o ASTERACEAE – Aster Family

o CARYOPHYLLACEAE – Pink Family

o ERICACEAE – Heath Family

o LAMIACEAE – Mint Family

o LILIACEAE – Lily Family

o RANUNCULACEAE – Buttercup Family

o ROSACEAE – Rose Family




o SAPINDACEAE – Soapberry Family

4. Recognize and describe bud, bark, foliage, flower and fruit characteristics

Plant morphology

Morphology descriptors for leaves

Leaf arrangement

Needles

Scales and awls

Patterns of inflorescence

Descriptors for flowers

Plant types

Descriptors for fruit

Woody stems

5. Use a dichotomous key for plant identification Limitations of plant keys

Conifer key

Deciduous key

6. Identify and describe 50 woody and non-woody plants.

Using botanical terms

According to its cultural and maintenance requirements




Competency: E3 Manage pests and diseases

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Identify signs and symptoms of living and non-living factors that cause plant stress.


1. Define plant stress Causes and symptoms

2. Describe conditions that lead to plant stress Abiotic factors

o Light temperature

o Humidity

o Air

o Water supply

o Mechanical damage

o Nutrition

o Other common symptoms of abiotic plant stress

Distinguishing between biotic and abiotic causes of plant stress

Biotic plant stress

o Common indicators

Biotic plant stress factors

o Common plant insect indicators

o Common plant disease indicators

Susceptibility to biotic stress factors (insects and diseases)

Potential stress-inducing environmental conditions

3. Categorize plant pest types and broadly associate the symptoms of biotic plant stress with type of plant

Major plant pest types including:

o Plant feeding pests

o Plant feeding animals

o Diseases

o Weeds

Damage caused by various pests

4. Describe the life stages of example pests Lifecycle of typical pests

Disease lifecycles

5. Describe basic arthropod morphology and identify typical examples of arthropod to order

Basic arthropod morphology

Eight orders of insects




6. Identify the four types of plant-pathogens Categories of pathogens:

o Fungi

o Bacteria

o Viruses

o Nematodes

7. Describe the characteristics that make plants weeds

Defining weeds

o Competition

o Common characteristics

Classification of weeds by life histories

o Annuals

o Biennials

o Herbaceous perennials

o Woody perennials

8. Describe established methods for controlling pests (IPM)

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Six steps of IPM

o Prevention

o Identification

o Monitoring

o Thresholds

o Treatments

o Evaluation

Establishing methods for controlling pests

o Cultural

o Biological

o Chemical




Competency: E4 Describe plant science as it applies to horticulture

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Explain plant morphological characteristics, life cycles, and adaptions as they apply to plant

identification, plant propagation, arboriculture and turf maintenance.


1. Describe the external parts of herbaceous and woody stems

Plant identification using features of a stem

o Woody and herbaceous stems

2. Describe the parts of a leaf and variations in shape

Parts of a simple leaf

Leaf shapes

Leaf tips

Leaf margins

Leaf surfaces

Pattern of veins within the leaf blade

Simple and compound leaves

3. Describe parts of the flower Flower structure

o Complete and incomplete flowers

o Perfect vs. imperfect flowers

o Monoecious vs. dioecious plants

o Flower symmetry

4. Identify typical inflorescences Inflorescence types

5. Identify typical fruit Placing fruit types

o Fleshy fruits

o Dry fruits

Dehiscent and indehiscent fruits

6. Describe stages in the life cycle of a flowering plant

Reproduction

7. Describe parts of a seed and seedling Monocot seed development

Dicot seed development

Dicot seedling development

Monocot seedling development




8. Identify stem, root, and leaf modifications Roots

o Root systems

o Specializied underground storage structures

9. Identify plant adaptations to environmental effects

Plant adaptations

Stem modifications for protection

Stems specialized for colonizing

10. Describe basic growth responses to plant hormones

Response to hormones

o Auxins

o Gibberellins (GA)

o Cytokinins

o Ethylene

o Abscisic acid (ABA)




Competency: E5 Describe physical and biological characteristics of soil and soilless media

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Recognize soil and soil management as keys to the successful practice of horticulture.

Examine soil formation, the physical and biological properties of soils, and soilless media as they relate to use, soil quality, and plant growth.


1. Define soil Soil

Soil formation

Parent material

Biotic – living organisms

Topography

Time

2. Define soil quality Soil quality and the importance of soil quality, relative to plant growth and environmental sustainability

3. Describe a soil profile Soil profiles

o LFH horizon

o A horizon

o B horizon

o C horizon

4. Explain the physical properties of soil and soilless medias

Texture

Structure

Density

Porosity

Soil compaction

Soil structure and plant growth

Soilless media

5. Describe the behaviour of water in soil Water in soils

Soil water holding capacity

Available water

Water movement through soil

Wetting front

Hydrolic conductivity of a soil




Water retention and flow in layered soils

Water movement in urban soils

Managing soils in the urban landscape

6. Examine the key soil biological processes and their effects on plant growth and soil quality

Biological process in soil

Plants

Soil animals

Other organisms

Role of soil organisms in soil quality

Promoting beneficial soil organisms

7. Explain the role of organic matter in soil Basic composition of soil organic matter

Key roles of soil organic matter relative to soil chemical and physical behaviour

8. Describe composting methods Composting processes

Aerobic vs. anaerobic microorganisms

Food web of the compost pile

Use of compost



Level 2





Competency: A1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE)

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Describe and demonstrate personal safety in the workplace.

Demonstrate proper use of PPE.


1. Review personal protective requirements (as per Level One A1 – Use personal protective equipment)

Selecting and using PPE as required for task, tools, equipment, machinery and environment

Ensuring the safe use of PPE

Storing PPE

Checking PPE prior to use

Checking PPE inventory

Recognizing damaged and expired PPE

Checking and replacing PPE components

2. Examine chemical handling requirements Goggles

Rubber gloves

Face shields

Chemical protection suits




Competency: A5 Demonstrate basic horticultural skills

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Assess plant quality.

Demonstrate plant-handling requirements.


1. Perform plant-grading according to the Canadian Standard for Nursery Stock and British Columbia Landscape Standard

Assessing and grading plants according to standards for plant:

Foliage density

o Caliper

o Height

o Width rations

2. Identify containers used for growing and shipping ornamental plant material

Calculating container volume and comparing results to the standards

3. Describe standards for root ball sizing Calculating root ball sizes for:

o Containers

o Field grown stock

4. Prepare balled and burlapped plants Rootballs:

o Digging

o Wrapping

o Tying

Safely and efficiently lifting and carrying plant material to avoid physical damage to self and plants

Methods of harvesting plant material for field grown stock

5. Securely load plant material Safety

Loading

Unloading

Securing plant material to a truck

6. Prepare plant materials Removal of containers

Scarifying root ball




7. Demonstrate proper planting procedures for bare root stocks

Appropriate depth and width of the planting hole

Placing the plant in hole and back filling with appropriate material

Appropriate post-planting maintenance requirements

Appropriate storage of dormant and non-dormant plant material

Appropriate storage onsite

8. Operate truck and trailer Safety

Coupling the truck/tractor and trailer

Operating either combination in reverse

Securely parking the vehicle

Compliance to guidelines established in Certified Horticulture Technician Program (CHT)




Competency: B1 Use and maintain hand tools and power tools

Objectives

To be competent in this area the individual must be able to: Demonstrate safe use and maintenance of hand tools.

Demonstrate safe use and maintenance of power tools.


1. Identify hand and power tools for basic horticultural tasks for Level Two technical training

(see the list of Tools and Equipment for Level Two, detailed in the Training Provider Standards of this Program Outline)

2. Demonstrate hand tool maintenance Review Level One B1 - Use and maintain hand tools and power tools.

3. Demonstrate power tool maintenance Review Level One B1 - Use and maintain hand tools and power tools.




Competency: B3 Operate vehicles and motorized equipment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Examine vehicle and motorized equipment designs and functions.

Operate and apply safe work practices as related to horticulture task requirements.


1. Identify horticulture vehicle and motorized equipment engine components and function

Differences between gas and diesel engines

Carburetor

Alternator

Radiator

Piston

Compression

2. Describe and demonstrate personal safety as related to large multiple cylinder equipment

Safe lifting and moving techniques

Entry onto and exit from machinery using the three point contact

Appropriate personal protective equipment

Work place hazards and mitigation of the risk of accident and injury

General shop safety

3. Describe and demonstrate safe operating procedures for horticulture equipment

General points for safe tractor operation

Tractor precautions:

o Starting, speed and slopes

o Hitch attachments

o Transfer of tractors and equipment

o Tractor transfer warnings

Operating a skid steer loader and zero turn walk behind machine

Power take-off precautions

Connecting attachments


Performance The learner will safely operate a vehicle.

Conditions The learner will be given a skid steer and specified attachments (e.g., bucket, forks).


Performed a circle check

Used three point contact when entering and exiting

Hooked up appropriate attachments

Started and maneuvered machine and attachments safely




Competency: B4 Maintain vehicles and motorized equipment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Perform basic maintenance on larger multiple cylinder engines and equipment as applied to

horticulture.

Apply safe work practices as related to horticulture equipment.


1. Use hand tools to maintain horticulture equipment

Sockets and wrenches

Ignition tester

Multimeter

Battery charger

Tire gauge

Hydrometer

2. Practice preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures

Tune up equipment

Diagnose work or defective parts

3. Perform and document circle check of vehicles and motorized equipment

Lights

Plates

Brakes

4. Inspect equipment Inspecting visually for:

o Damage and wear

o Lock out and tag out as necessary

Inspecting equipment to ensure efficient functioning

5. Check position of safety features Lockout devices

Chutes

Trimmer and belt guards

Rollover protection devices (ROP)

Operator presence switches

6. Check and replace fluids according to manufacturers’ specifications

Oil

Coolant

Hydraulic fluids

7. Check and replace components Spark plugs

Belts

Pull cords




8. Check and adjust air pressure in components Tires

Air compressors

9. Check and tighten components Loose connections

Loose fittings

10. Check cutting height and adjust components According to client expectations

Turf needs

11. Develop a preventive maintenance plan Performing preventive maintenance every 3 months or 50 hours

o Checking engine oil

o Changing engine oil

o Checking air filter

o Oil-bathing air filter

o Greasing fittings

o Checking hydraulic oil

o Checking tire pressures

o Testing coolant

o Checking belts

o Checking hoses


Performance The learner will practice preventive maintenance on vehicles and motorized equipment.

Conditions The learner will be given:

Skid steer loader Gear tractor 3 - reel turf mower Gas powered utility vehicle (Gator) Electric powered utility vehicle

Criteria The learner will score a passing grade of 70% or better on a rating sheet according to the following criteria and in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications:

Checked engine oil Changed engine oil Checked air filter Oil-bathed air filter Greased fittings Checked hydraulic oil Checked tire pressures Tested coolant Checked belts

Checked hoses




Competency: B5 Use and maintain equipment attachments

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Safely use equipment attachments for the appropriate task.

Maintain equipment attachments.


1. Identify, select and use the appropriate equipment attachments for the task

(see the list of Equipment Attachments for Level Two, detailed in the Training Provider Standards of this Program Outline)

2. Maintain equipment attachments Greasing fittings on equipment such as trailers, aerators and cultivators

Inspecting attachments for damage and wear and lock-out and tag-out as necessary

Adjusting attachments for parking, travel and operation

Checking hydraulic fluids to ensure optimum and safe operation of equipment

Cleaning and disinfecting attachments such as drop spreaders, sprayers and mowers

Replacing damaged and worn components such as bushings, blades and tines

Performing a circle check of equipment attachments to check for items such as lights, plates and brakes

Checking operation of safety brake pin on trailers




Performance The learner will inspect and service equipment.

Conditions The learner will be given equipment such as trailers, aerators and rototillers.


Greased fittings on equipment

Inspected attachments for damage and wear and locked-out and tagged-out as necessary

Adjusted attachments for parking, travel and operation

Checked hydraulic fluids to ensure optimum and safe operation of equipment

Cleaned and disinfected attachments such as drop spreaders, sprayers and mowers

Replaced damaged and worn components such as bushings, blades and tines

Performed a circle check of equipment attachments to check for items such as lights, plates and brakes

Checked operation of safety brake pin on trailers




Competency: C6 Communicate with others

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Effectively communicate trade related information to various people.

Use a variety of communication techniques such as hand signals, communication equipment, and communication skills.


1. Use communication skills Mentoring apprentices

Ensuring co-workers understand instructions using methods such as

o Mirroring

o Repeating back

Practicing active listening skills

Reporting discrepancies and seeking direction from supervisor

2. Use communication equipment Two-way radios

Computers

Cell phones

3. Use universal hand signals to communicate visually

Communicating with

o Machine operators

o Truckers

o Crane operators

WorkSafeBC requirements




Competency: C9 Organize plants, materials and equipment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Inspect and verify plants, materials and equipment.

Receive, unload, record, protect and store plants, materials and equipment.

Lay out plants on site.

Perform final checks of plants, materials and equipment.


1. Inspect and verify plants and materials Accuracy

Quality

Quantity

2. Remove and inspect monitoring devices when necessary

Temperature recorders

Environmental recorders

3. Receive, unload, record and protect materials and products in an organized fashion

Plant materials

o Group/match plants by size and species

o Place received products in designated areas to maintain product quality

Other materials

o Wood chips

o Soil

o Aggregates

o Store in designated areas to avoid contamination

Products

o Soils

o Seed

o Plugs

o Roots

o Labels

o Containers

4. Allocate specified storage areas for equipment and hazardous materials

Equipment

Hazardous materials

5. Lay out plants on site According to landscape plans




6. Perform final check onsite Required

o Plants

o Materials

o Equipment

7. Process substandard materials Quarantine

Reject

Dispose of


Performance The learner will organize plant materials and equipment onsite.

Conditions The learner will be given the appropriate plants, materials and equipment to handle a range of ornamental plant material.


Sourced and selected plants

Laid out plants according to landscape plans

Performed final check

Processed substandard materials




Competency: C10 Maintain safe work environment

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Assess site hazards and follow specified safety procedures.


1. Coordinate task with other workers Avoiding injury to

o Self

o Co-workers

o Others

2. Follow safety procedures when working in high traffic areas

Flagging

Pylons

Signage

3. Handle hazardous materials in accordance with government regulations and WHMIS procedures

Disposing

Labelling

Using PPE

4. Participate in safety meetings and discussion Ensuring that information is recorded and distributed to all team members

5. Report unsafe conditions to supervisor Recognizing

Reporting

6. Recognize safety warning signals Back-up signals

Back-up alarms

Warning lights

7. Contain and dispose of spill contaminants According to regulations

8. Coordinate with other agencies Private and public line locators

Emergency response teams




Competency: C11 Examine interpersonal and supervisory skills

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Demonstrate supervisory skills based on leadership, motivation, and delegation.

Describe safety management and managing in a diverse workplace.


1. Describe leadership in the organization Definition of leadership

Role of leaders

Characteristics of leaders

2. Describe leadership skills Motivational theories

Delegation learning

Skills needed for effective delegation

Setting goals for effective delegation and employee commitment

Team management: coaching and training

3. Describe safety culture Role of WorkSafeBC

Safety culture in the workplace

4. Describe managing a diverse workplace Managing diversity

o Characteristics of culture

o Elements of cultural difference

o Cultural orientation

Legal Requirements

o Canadian Charter of Rights And Freedoms

o Canadian Human Rights Act of 1985

o BC Human Rights Code

Enforcement of Human Rights

5. Interpret the employment standards Impacts of the Employment Standards Act on horticultural operations




Competency: E1 Identify plants and plant requirements

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Identify plants used in all segments of horticulture.

Identify plants suitable for planting in difficult situations.


1. Recognize a range of plant materials commonly used in commercial horticulture

Natural habitat

o Alpine plants

o Woodland understory plants

o Mediterranean plants

o Bog plants

o Native plants

Plant use characteristics

o Bedding plants

o Cut flowers

o Trees and shrubs

o Groundcovers

o Climbers

Characteristics of individual plants and plant groups

Plant size

Texture

Plant form

2. Explain plant hardiness zones Plant hardiness zones

Relationship between plant health and hardiness zones

3. Recognize plants suitable for planting in difficult situations

Provenance

Difficult planting conditions

o Sunny arid conditions

o Shade

o Dry shade

o Dry soil conditions

o Wetlands

o Compacted soils

o Slopes




4. Identify weeds and invasive plants Introduction of aliens

Characteristics of invasive and weed plants

5. Recognize and describe bud, bark, foliage, flower, and fruit characteristics

Bud characteristics such as

o Morphology

o Type (vegetative or flower)

o Arrangement

Bark characteristics such as

o Furrowed

o Smooth

o Plate-like

o Others

Describing leaves using botanical terminology and distinguishing a range of inflorescence type and fruit to aid in plant identification

6. Identify and describe 75 woody and non-woody plants

Using botanical terms

According to its cultural and maintenance requirements




Competency: E2 Manage growing conditions

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Describe managing a variety of growing conditions.


1. Describe managing growing conditions as applicable to interior and exterior horticulture operations

Determining exposure to conditions such as

o Light

o Wind

o Heating

o Ventilation

o Air conditioning (HVAC) systems

o Moisture

o Reflective heat load based on location

Using light meters for measuring light level for interior plants

Collecting growing media samples using core samplers

Checking growing media samples manually or by lab analysis for

o Texture

o Drainage

o pH

o Nutrients

o Contaminants

Determining air quality that might affect interior and exterior plants

Taking corrective measures such as

o Fertilization

o Liming

o Adding organics

o Neutralizing water

o Correcting drainage




Competency: E3 Manage pests and diseases

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Examine biological characteristics of weeds, plant feeders and pathogens.

List control strategies.


1. Describe and distinguish between the major plant pest types

Weeds as pests

Invertebrates as pests

Vertebrates as pests

Pathogens as pests

2. Describe characteristics that make plants weeds Review what is a weed

Weeds as competitors

Weed classification

Hidden effects of weeds

Seeds of weedy plants

3. Describe characteristics that make vertebrates pests

Wildlife management

Vertebrate plant-feeding pests

o Birds

o Deer

o Rodents

4. Describe characteristics that make invertebrates pests

Pest ecology

Insect pest success

Common invertebrate pests

o Aphids

o Leafhoppers

o Scales

o Weevils and beetles

o Caterpillars and moths

o Lacebugs

o Sawflies

o Thrips

o Mites

o Fungus gnats

o Leaf miners

o Slugs and snails




5. Describe the characteristics that make pathogens pests

Pathogen success

The disease triangle

The disease cycle

Common diseases

o Diseases caused by bacteria

o Fungal diseases

o Diseases caused by nematodes

o Diseases caused by viruses

6. Describe the principles of cultural control methods as applied to horticultural plant pests

Cultural methods of controlling weeds

o Organic mulches

o Non-organic mulches

o Weed control in established plantings

Cultural control of plant feeding pests

Cultural control of pathogens

7. Describe the principles of biological control methods as applied to horticultural plant pests

Biological control of weeds

Biological control of plant-feeding pests

Beneficial organisms

Biological agents

Biological control of pathogens

8. Describe the principles of chemical control methods as applied to horticultural plant pests

Chemical control of plant pests

o Pesticides

Chemical control of weeds

o Herbicides

Chemical control of plant feeding pests

o Horticultural oil

o Botanicals

o Inorganics

o Insecticidal soaps

o Synthetic pesticides (organic)

9. Describe the integrated strategies and tactics for control of viruses

Integrated control strategies for common plant viral diseases

Methods for the exclusion and eradication of plant pest vectors

Management of virus-infected plants

10. Describe integrated strategies and tactics for the control of bacteria

Biological control

Cultural control method




11. Describe integrated strategies and tactics for the control of fungi

Biological control

Cultural control

General prevention

12. Describe the integrated strategies and tactics for the control of plant-feeding pests

Biological control

Cultural control

Plant-feeding pests

Invertebrates

Nematodes (invertebrates)

Arthropod plant feeding pest (invertebrates)

Vertebrate plant feeding pests and control




Competency: E4 Describe plant science as it applies to horticulture

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Examine the internal anatomy of stems, roots and leaves as they relate to photosynthesis,

respiration, and transpiration.


1. Describe the internal anatomy of stems, roots, and leaves

The plant cell

Cell types, tissues, and their functions

Primary growth

Secondary growth

2. Describe plant part anatomy Stems

o Herbaceous stems

o Woody stems

o Bark

Roots

o Root apical meristems

o Root cap

o Epidermis

o Cortex

o Endodermis

o Pericycle

o Vascular tissue

o Adventitious roots

o Secondary growth

Leaves

o Anatomy of a leaf

3. Describe the movement of sap through a plant and the effects of environment on the rate of flow

Water movement

o Diffusion

o Osmosis

o Capillary attraction

o Active transport

4. Describe the flow of sugars, produced in photosynthesis, through the plant

Photosynthesis

o Chlorophyll

o Translocation for sugars

o Respiration




5. Explain the influence of temperature, water availability, and light on the rates of photosynthesis and respiration

Influence of environmental factors

Effect of light, carbon dioxide availability, water, and nutrient availability on the rate of photosynthesis

Environmental effects on the plant growth

Effect of temperature on plant development

Effect of water stress on plant growth

6. Describe the growth response to external stimuli Photoperiod and flower production

o Photoperiod

o Tropisms and plant growth




Competency: E6 Describe chemical characteristics of soil and soilless media

Objectives

To be competent in this area, the individual must be able to: Examine soil and soil management in horticulture.

Examine the chemical properties of soil and soilless media (soil reaction, soil salinity, soil fertility).

Sample soils.


1. Describe how soil colloids determine soil chemical properties

Soil colloids

Soil pH and colloidal material

Cations and plant roots

2. Behaviour of nutrients in soil Mineral nutrients

Primary macronutrients

Secondary macronutrients

Micronutrients

3. Acquisition of nutrients by plants Nutrient uptake

The nitrogen cycle

Root absorption

4. Measure soil reaction (pH) Define pH

Testing soil for pH

5. Manage soil reaction Adjusting the pH of soil

Buffering capacity

6. Explain how soil reaction (pH) relates to soil fertility

Plant growth and pH tolerance

o Importance of pH to plant growth

o Phosphorus

o Pathogens and pH

7. Measure and manage salinity and sodicity Salinity in soils

Measurement of salinity and sodicity

Measurement of electrical conductivity

Sodic soils

8. Describe soil salinity and sodicity and impact on soil properties

Impact of salinity and sodicity on soil physical and chemical characteristics




9. Discuss nutrient management Nutrient management

o Slow-release fertilizers

o Water soluble fertilizers

Field stock and landscape fertilizer management

Turf fertilizer management

Organic fertilizers and amendments

Inorganic fertilizers

10. Sample soils Soil testing

o Collecting soil samples in field crops and on landscape sites

o Procedures of soilless media samples

Limitations of soil nutrient analysis

11. Interpret soil test information Interpreting basic soil test results

Calculate fertilizer application rates

12. Interpret fertilizer label information Classifications of fertilizers

Fertilizer labeling


Performance The apprentice will examine soil samples and identify chemical properties.

Conditions The learner will be given soil samples and testing equipment.


Performed sodic and salinity analysis

Performed pH analysis

Performed nutrient management analysis

Program Content Section 4


Section 4

TRAINING PROVIDER STANDARDS



Facility Requirements

LEVEL ONE

Classroom Area

Approximately 900 square feet

Comfortable seating and tables suitable for training, teaching, lecturing and drafting

Compliance with all local and national fire code and occupational safety requirements

Lighting controls to allow easy visibility of projection screen while also allowing students to take notes

Windows must have shades or blinds to adjust sunlight

Heating/Air conditioning for comfort all year round

In-room temperature regulation to ensure comfortable room temperature

In-room ventilation sufficient to control training room temperature

Acoustics in the room must allow audibility of the instructor

White marking board with pens and eraser (optional: flipchart in similar size)

Projection screen or projection area at front of classroom

Overhead projector and a multi-media (data) projector

Shop Area

Access to a service bay – approximately 600 square feet

Access to a site for equipment operation – minimum 1 acre

Access to all tools and equipment as listed for Level One

Lab Requirements

Botany or Science teaching lab outfitted with compound and dissecting microscopes - approximately 600 square feet

o Access to live ‘in situ’ plant material as well as herbaria, and visual samples (slides, photographic databases, etc.)

o Microscope slides of showing root, stem and leaf anatomy (monocot and dicot)

o Microscope slides showing woody stem growth

o Hand lens (10X)

o Glassware, lamps, stir plate (with heating capacity)

o Refrigerator and microwave

o Collection of arthropods, disease organisms, and examples of plant stress

Soil Science or Chemistry teaching lab - approximately 600 square feet


o Refrigerator, drying oven and microwave

o Nested sieves, shakers, scales

o Hydrometers and sedimentation cylinders

o Munsell colour books



Student Facilities

Adequate lunch room as per WorkSafeBC requirements

Adequate washroom facilities as per WorkSafeBC requirements

Personal storage lockers

Instructor’s Office Space

Suitable space and office furniture necessary for instructor to prepare lessons and secure file records

Other

Access to botanical gardens



LEVEL TWO

Classroom Area

Approximately 900 square feet

Comfortable seating and tables suitable for training, teaching, lecturing and drafting

Compliance with all local and national fire code and occupational safety requirements

Lighting controls to allow easy visibility of projection screen while also allowing students to take notes

Windows must have shades or blinds to adjust sunlight

Heating/Air conditioning for comfort all year round

In-room temperature regulation to ensure comfortable room temperature

In-room ventilation sufficient to control training room temperature

Acoustics in the room must allow audibility of the instructor

White marking board with pens and eraser (optional: flipchart in similar size)

Projection screen or projection area at front of classroom

Overhead projector and a multi-media (data) projector

Shop Area

Access to a service bay – approximately 600 square feet

Access to a site for equipment operation – minimum 1 acre

Access to all tools and equipment as listed for Level Two

Lab Requirements

Botany or Science teaching lab outfitted with compound and dissecting microscopes - approximately 600 square feet

o Access to live ‘in situ’ plant material as well as herbaria, and visual samples (slides, photographic databases, etc.)

o Microscope slides showing root, stem and leaf anatomy (monocot and dicot)

o Microscope slides showing woody stem growth

o Hand lens (10X)


o Refrigerator and microwave

o Collection of arthropods, disease organisms, and examples of plant stress

Soil Science or Chemistry teaching lab - approximately 600 square feet


o Refrigerator, drying oven and microwave

o Nested sieves, shakers, scales

o Hydrometers and sedimentation cylinders

o Munsell colour books

o pH meters

o Soil sampling equipment



Student Facilities

Adequate lunch room as per WorkSafeBC requirements

Adequate washroom facilities as per WorkSafeBC requirements

Personal storage lockers

Instructor’s Office Space

Suitable space and office furniture necessary for instructor to prepare lessons and secure file records

Other

Access to a botanical garden

Access to container nursery stock

Access to field-grown stock/plant material that can be prepared for transplanting

Trailer and tractor nursery equipment

Access to large tree transplanting equipment

Nursery hand carts and tree dollies

Multiple nursery stock containers



Tools and Equipment

LEVEL ONE

Shop Equipment

Motorized Equipment

Baggers for leafs

Blowers (backpack, hand held, push, earth auger)

Dethatcher

Edgers

Hedge trimmer (extension, long reach)

Lawn/weed trimmers (gas & electric)

Pressure washer

Soil screener

String trimmer

Sterilizers

Shop (Facility) Tools

Standard Power Tools

Chainsaw

Grinder

Pole chainsaw

Pallet Jack

Power cultivator (rototiller)

Vacuum (wet/dry, leaf)

Walk-behind aerator

Standard Hand Tools

Brooms

Cultivator (manual)

De-thatching rake

Garden forks

Grease guns

Handheld watering equipment

Landscape rakes

Loppers

Mallet

Microscope

Pickaxes

Picks

Pitch forks

Pliers (various types)

Pruning shears

Rakes (various types)

Screwdrivers (various types)

Seed/fertilizer spreader

Sharpening tools

Shovels (coal, clam, scoop/barn, spade, garden)

Spades (various types)

String line

Tarps

Trowels

Weed digger

Wheelbarrow

Wrenches



Specialty (Facility) Tools

Measuring Equipment

EC meters Levels

Hydrometer

Levels

pH meter

Scales

Sedimentation cylinder

Tape measure

Thermometers

Tire pressure meter

Student Equipment (supplied by school)

Required ‐ PPE and Safety Equipment

Ear protection

Eye protection (glasses, shields)

Eye wash kit

Fall protection (harness)

Fire extinguisher

First Aid kits

Flares

Hardhat

Lanyard

Particle masks

Reflective shirts, jackets

Respirators

Safety vests

Spill kit

Traffic cones

Office Equipment

Recommended

Camera

Communication devices

Computers

Student Tools (supplied by student)

Required

CSA-approved steel-toed footwear

Calculator

Hand lens (10x)

Secateurs

Recommended

Work gloves

Rainwear



LEVEL TWO

Shop Equipment

Motorized Equipment

3-reel turf mower

Backhoe

Baggers for leafs

Blowers (backpack, hand held, push, earthauger)

Brush cutter

Clearing saw

Edgers

Electric powered utility vehicle

Elevated work platforms

Excavator

De-thatcher

Flat filler

Fork lift

Front end loader

Gas powered utility vehicle (Gator)

Hedge trimmer (extension, long reach)

Lawn/weed trimmers (gas & electric)

Pot filler

Powered rollers

Pressure washer

Pumps

Ram compactor (jumping jack)

Riding mowers/mulchers

Skid steer loader

Soil screener

Sterilizers

String trimmer

Tractors

Trucks

Turf and tree sprayer

Required – Attachments

Bucket

Forks

Trailer

Spray equipment

Recommended – Attachments

Aerator

Auger/post hole digger

Blade

Cultivator

Discer

Harrow

Leaf vacuum

Overseeder

Plough

Power sweeper

Rototiller

Snow blower

Soil profiler

Top dresser

Tow behind de-thatcher

Tow behind thatcher

Tree spade

U-blade

Vacuum



Shop (Facility) Tools

Standard Power Tools

Chainsaw

Electric drill

Fertilizer injector

Grinder

Hammer drill

Mower/mulcher

Power cultivator (rototiller)

Power sprayer

Vacuum (wet/dry, leaf)

Walk-behind aerator

Standard Hand Tools

Axes

Backpack sprayer

Boxcutters

Brick carriers

Brick splitter

Brooms

Bulb planters

Cart

Chains

Chisels

Clearing axes

Core samplers (probe)

Crimpers

Crowbars

Cultivator (manual)

De-thatching rake

Dolly

Files

Flags

Garden forks

Grease guns

Hammers (hand, sledge)

Hand tamper

Handheld watering equipment

Landscape rakes

Loppers

Mallet

Microscope

Pickaxes

Picks

Pitch forks

Pliers (various types)

Pry bar

Punch

Rakes (various types)

Screwdrivers (various types)

Seed/fertilizer spreader

Sharpening tools

Shovels (coal, clam, scoop/barn, spade, garden)

Side cutters

Soil screener

Spades (various types)

String line

Tap and die

Tape measure

Tarps

Tie-downs (straps, chains)

Tree cart

Trowels

Water key

Weed digger

Wheelbarrow

Wheel chocks

Wrenches



Specialty (Facility) Tools Measuring Equipment

Anemometer

EC meter

Hydrometer

Hygrometer

Levels (line, hand, zip laser)

Light meter

pH meter

Tape measure

Thermometer

Tire pressure meter

Student Equipment (supplied by school)

Required ‐ PPE and Safety Equipment

Cones

Chemical protection suits

Ear protection

Eye protection (glasses, shields)

Eye wash kit

Face shields

Fall protection (harness)

Fire extinguisher

First Aid kits

Flares

Goggles

Hard hat

Lanyard

Particle masks

Reflective shirts, jackets

Respirators

Rubber gloves

Safety vests

Spill kit

Traffic cones

Recommended ‐ Office Equipment

Camera

Communication devices

Computers

Student Tools (supplied by student)

Required

CSA-approved steel-toed footwear

Recommended

Calculator

Hand lens (10x)

Work gloves

Rainwear



Reference Materials

LEVEL ONE

Required Reference Materials

• Kwantlen University College School of Horticulture Plant identification Database,www.kwantlen.ca/horticulture/https://plantdatabase.kpu.ca/

• Botany for Gardeners - Latest edition. Capon, Brian. Timber Press, Portland, OR.

• Soil Science and Management - Latest edition. Plaster J. Edward. Thomson/Delmar Learning, Clifton Park, NY

• British Columbia Landscape Standard - Latest edition. BC Landscape and Nursery Association and the British Columbia Association of Landscape Architects, Surrey, BC

• Identify Plants and Describe Their Use – Module 1, HEBC 2012

• Communication and Organizational Skills – Module 1, HEBC 2012

• Equipment Maintenance and Safety – Module 1, HEBC 2012

• Plant Science for Horticulture – Module 1, HEBC 2012

• Plant Stress – Signs and Symptoms, HEBC 2012

• Soil and Soilless Media – Physical and Biological Characteristics – Module 1, HEBC 2012

• Horticultural Skills – Module 1, HEBC 2012

Recommended Resources

Integrated Pest Management Manual for Landscape Pests in British Columbia. Gilkeson, Linda A.2000. Pollution and Remediation Branch, Victoria, BC.

WorkSafeBC Website (http://www.worksafebc.com/)

Equipment Manufacturers Websites (Internet)



Suggested Texts

Abiotic Disorders of Landscape Plants : A Diagnostic Guide - Costello, Laurence Raleigh. 2003.University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Oakland, CA

Home and Garden Pest Management Guide for British Columbia - B.C. Ministry of AgricultureFisheries and Food Latest edition. Crown Publications, Victoria, BC

B.C. Nursery and Landscape Pest Management and Production Guide - Latest edition. B.C. Ministryof Environment, Lands, and Parks. Latest Edition, Crown Publications, Victoria BC

Ball Identification Guide to Greenhouse Pests and Beneficials - Gill, Stanton. 1998. Ball Publishing,Batavia, Ill.

Field Guide to Noxious and Other Selected Weeds of British Columbia - Cranston, Roy. 2002.Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries; Ministry of Forests, Victoria, BC (Also available online athttp://www.agf.gov.bc.ca/cropprot/weedguid/weedguid.htm )

Pacific Northwest; Plant Disease Management Handbook - 2000. Extension Services of Oregon StateUniversity, Washington State University, and the University of Idaho

Soil Management Handbook for the Lower Fraser Valley - Bertrand, R.A., G.A. Hughes-Games, andD.C. Nikkel. 1991. Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Food, Abbotsford, B.C.

Western Fertilizer Handbook - Soil Improvement Committee, California Fertilizer Association. Latestedition (Horticulture ed.) Interstate Publishing Inc., Danville, Illinois

Groundskeepers Safety Guide - Latest edition. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety,Hamilton, ON.

Outdoor Power Equipment, Latest Edition, Webster, Jay, Nelson. Canada, Scarborough ON

NOTE:

This list of Reference Materials is for training providers. Apprentices should contact their preferred training provider for a list of recommended or required texts for this program.



LEVEL TWO

Required Reference Materials

• Kwantlen University College School of Horticulture Plant identification Database,http://www.kpu.ca/horthttps://plantdatabase.kpu.ca/

• Botany for Gardeners - Capon, Brian. Latest edition. Timber Press, Portland, OR.

• Integrated pest management manual for landscape pests in British Columbia - Gilkeson, Linda A. 2000. Pollution and Remediation Branch, Victoria, BC.

• Soil Science and Management - Latest edition. Plaster J. Edward. Thomson/Delmar Learning, Clifton Park, NY

• British Columbia Landscape Standard - Latest edition. BC Landscape and Nursery Association, BC Society of Landscape Architects, BC

• Canadian Standards for Nursery Stock - Latest edition. Canadian Nursery and Landscape Association

• Idnetify Plants and Describe Their Use – Module 2, HEBC 2012

• Leadership and Organizational Skills – Module 2, HEBC 2012

• Equipment Maintenance and Safety – Module 2, HEBC 2012

• Plant Science for Horticulture – Module 2, HEBC 2012

• Plant Stress – Causes and Controls – Module 2, HEBC 2012

• Soils and Soilless Media – Chemical Characteristics – Module 2, HEBC 2012

• Horticultural Skills – Plant Quality and Handling – Module 2, HEBC 2012

Recommended Resources

• Kwantlen University College School of Horticulture Plant identification Database,http://www.kpu.ca/horthttps://plantdatabase.kpu.ca/

• Field Guide to Noxious and Other Selected Weeds of British Columbia - Cranston, Roy. 2002. Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries; Ministry of Forests, Victoria, BC (Also available online at http://www.agf.gov.bc.ca/cropprot/weedguid/weedguid.htm)

• WorkSafeBC Website (http://www.worksafebc.com/)

• Equipment Manufacturers Websites (Internet)

Suggested Texts

B.C. Nursery and Landscape Pest Management and Production Guide - Latest edition. B.C. Ministryof Environment, Lands, and Parks. Latest Edition, Crown Publications, Victoria BC

Home and Garden Pest Management Guide for British Columbia - B.C. Ministry of AgricultureFisheries and Food Latest edition. Crown Publications, Victoria, BC

Abiotic disorders of landscape plants: a diagnostic guide - Costello, Laurence Raleigh. 2003.University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Oakland, CA

Ball Identification Guide to Greenhouse Pests and Beneficials - Gill, Stanton. 1998. Ball Publishing,Batavia, Ill.

Pacific Northwest; Plant Disease Management Handbook - 2008. Extension Services of Oregon StateUniversity, Washington State University, and the University of Idaho



Handbook for Pesticide Applicators and Pesticide Dispensers - Latest edition. Provincial Ministry ofEnvironment, BC

Western Fertilizer Handbook - Soil Improvement Committee, California Fertilizer Association. Latestedition. (Horticulture Ed.) Interstate Publishing Inc., Danville, Illinois

Soil Fertility Manual - Latest edition. Potash & Phosphate Institute and the Foundation for AgronomicResearch. Province of British Columbia Ministry of Skills, Training and Labour and the Centre forCurriculum and Professional Development, Norcross, GA

Considerations for their use - Ministry of Education, Skills and Training and the Ministry of Labour andthe Centre for Curriculum and Professional Development. 1995. BC.

Outdoor Power Equipment, Latest Edition, Webster, Jay, Nelson. Canada, Scarborough ON



Instructor Requirements

Occupation Qualification

The instructor must possess:

Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Trades Qualification/ApprenticeCertificate or Horticulture Diploma

Teaching competence as demonstrated by successful completion of Provincial Instructor Diploma(PIDP) or equivalent or regular faculty status at an institution which has a defined faculty reviewprocess (as specified by institutional policy) or contract faculty who have at least completed theInstructional Skills Workshop (PIDP 3102) or equivalent.

Work Experience

Instructors with the Landscape Horticulture C of Q must have a minimum 2 years experience workingin the industry as a journeyperson

Or credentials for related subject matter competence

ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS AND EXPERIENCE RECOMMENDED FOR SPECIFIC SUBJECT MATTER

LEVEL ONE

Subject Matter: Plant Identification and Use Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Trades Qualification/Apprentice Certificate

or Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Horticulture and 2 years of plant identification experience.

Subject Matter: Communication and Supervision Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Business Diploma with Human Resource or

Organizational Behaviour specialty or Baccalaureate Degree in with a minor in Business or Certified Landscape Professional.

Two years supervisory or management experience in a private or public organization.

Subject Matter: Equipment Operation and Maintenance Subject matter competence as demonstrated by an Outdoor Power Equipment Trades

Qualification/Apprentice Certificate.

5 years of relevant industry experience.

Subject Matter: Plant Science Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Baccalaureate Degree in Horticulture, Botany,

Agronomy, Plant Biology, Forestry, or Crop Science and/or a Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture or Forestry with a minimum of 5 years of experience in plant science.

Subject Matter: Analyze and Maintain Plant Health Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in

Horticulture, Agronomy, Forestry, Crop Science, or Pest Management and/or a Diploma in Agriculture or Forestry with a minimum of 5 years of experience in analyzing and maintaining plant health.



Subject Matter: Physical and Biological Characteristics of Soil and Soilless Media Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Baccalaureate Degree in Soil Science Horticulture,

Agronomy, Forestry, or Crop Science and/or a Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture or Pest Management with a minimum of 5 years of experience in analyzing physical and biological characteristics of soil and soilless media.

Subject Matter: Practical Horticultural Skills Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Trades Qualification/Apprentice Certificate

or Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Horticulture and 2 years of practical landscape or nursery experience

LEVEL TWO

Subject Matter: Plant Identification and Use Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Trades Qualification/Apprentice Certificate

or Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Horticulture and 2 years of plant identification experience.

Subject Matter: Communication and Supervision Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Trades Qualification/Apprentice Certificate

or Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in with a minor in Business or Certified Landscape Professional. Two years of relevant industry experience.

Subject Matter: Equipment Operation and Maintenance Subject matter competence as demonstrated by an Outdoor Power Equipment Trades

Qualification/Apprentice Certificate or equivalent within Horticulture training or education, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience.

Subject Matter: Plant Science Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Baccalaureate Degree in Horticulture, Botany,

Agronomy, Plant Biology, Forestry, or Crop Science and/or a Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture or Forestry with a minimum 5 years of experience in plant science.

Subject Matter: Analyze and Maintain Plant Health Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in

Horticulture, Agronomy, Forestry, Crop Science, or Pest Management and/or a Diploma in Agriculture or Forestry with a minimum of 5 years of experience in analyzing and maintaining plant health.

Subject Matter: Chemical Characteristics of Soil and Soilless Media Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Baccalaureate Degree in Soil Science Horticulture,

Agronomy, Forestry, or Crop Science and/or a Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture or Pest Management with a minimum of 5 years of experience in analyzing physical and biological characteristics of soil and soilless media.

Subject Matter: Practical Horticultural Skills Subject matter competence as demonstrated by a Horticulture Trades Qualification/Apprentice Certificate

or Horticulture Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Horticulture and 2 years of practical landscape or nursery experience.

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